Two Weeks in September - Great Happenings in Stockton, California

There is a an old saying around my neck of the woods - "Nobody comes to Stockton on purpose."  Well I think that many minds may be changed when they learn about some great events coming up in the next two weeks.

Thursday, September 18th - 6:00 pm - Troke Library, 502 West Benjamin Holt, Stockton

The San Joaquin Genealogical Society will have its first meeting after the summer break.  Local author and historian Barbara Filbin will discuss San Joaquin County Pioneer Cemeteries.  Ms. Filbin has published 19 books, the most recent being "Four Lost Pioneer Cemeteries in Northern San Joaquin County, California.

Friday, September 19th - 5:00 pm - Chavez Central Library, 605 North El Dorado Street, Stockton

There is going to be a whole lot of celebrating going on! The downtown Stockton Cesar Chavez Central Library will be turning 50 years old -- FIFTY AND FABULOUS!!!! Mark your calendars and come spend an evening with them!

Saturday, September 20th - 9:00 am - University Park, corner of California and Magnolia Streets, Stockton

17th Annual Family Fun Day at the Park - There will be so much going on it is best to check out the website and see for yourself all the great activities.  The day will start off with a parade led by  Clifford the Big Red Dog, the mascot of University of the Pacific - Power Cat, dancing clowns and more!

Family Day at the Park

Saturday, September 27th - Free Admission to Participating Museums sponsor by the Smithsonian Magazine.

To receive your free Museum Day Live! ticket for two people you must register at their website.  Once registered, you simply choose the museum you want to visit and download your tickets.  

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

As a gift for participating in Museum Day Live, you will receive the digital edition of Smithsonian magazine free for one year with no obligation, beginning with the October edition. 

In San Joaquin County, the museum participating is:

The Haggin Museum at Victory Park, 1201 North Pershing Way, Stockton

Haggin Museum Website

DeltaFusion - A Cultural Community Celebration

Saturday - June 29th

9:30 am to 1:00 pm

Victory Park (next to the Haggin Museum)

The 3rd Annual DeltaFusion is a celebration of the diverse natural and cultural heritage of Stockton and the San Joaquin Delta Region. Using giant puppets, masks, music, and pageantry, DeltaFusion tells the story of how these cultures were drawn to settle in our area and thrive there today.  This year's theme is:  "The Strength of Many."

In addition to the parade and pageant, there will be food, craft, and informational booths and vendors as well as live performances from a variety of  dance and musical groups representing the cultural diversity found within San Joaquin Delta Region.